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Mudflap
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a piece of rubber or plastic that hangs behind the wheels of a vehicle to prevent mud and water from splashing onto other vehicles or pedestrians
What is a "mudflap"?
A mudflap is a piece of material, often made of rubber or plastic, attached to the sides of a vehicle's tires to prevent mud, water, rocks, and debris from being thrown up by the tires. They help protect the vehicle’s body, other vehicles, or pedestrians from damage caused by flying debris. Mudflaps are commonly seen on trucks, vans, and some cars, and they can also help reduce the amount of dirt that gets kicked onto the vehicle's paintwork.
Examples
The truck had big mudflaps that kept the road clean by stopping mud from flying up.
She noticed her bicycle did n't have mudflaps, so her back got dirty after riding through a puddle.
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